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Prerequisites for testing generator - AR15.40-P-5009GH

ENGINE 111.977, 112.942/970, 113.942/965/981, 612.963, 628.963 in MODEL 163 

Fig 1: Connection Schematic Between Battery And Alternator
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/Install    
1 Open engine hood and raise to vertical position IMPORTANT Up to A145272, X708318. AR88.40-P-1000GH
IMPORTANT As of A145273, X708319. AR88.40-P-1000GI
INSPECT Testing     
2 Check electrical line terminal 30 to the following items for firm seat and flawless condition
  • Battery (G1) (+)
  • Generator (G2)(B+)
 
3 Check electric cable for circuit 31 at the following positions for correct seat and condition
  • Battery (G1) (-)
  • Right major assemblies compartment ground, Common ground (W16/4)
  • Engine ground strap/body
 
4 Inspect tension of poly V-belt    
5 Inspect operation of charge indicator in instrument cluster   *BE54.30-P-1001-01A 
6 Install in the reverse order    
Test values for generator charge indicator lamp

Number Designation Model 129, 163, 168, 170, 202, 203, 208, 210
BE54.30-P-1001-01A Position of ignition / glow start switch Charge indicator lamp Off 0/1
Charge indicator lamp On 2